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Which statement best summarizes how mr. adams reveals his conflicting motives in "the lottery"? a.) even though he would be the first to draw, mr. adams nervously enters the lottery as is expected of him. to his neighbors he mentions the idea of dismissing the lottery. this suggestion proves contrary to the normal process, so adams ultimately fulfills his duty by initiating the attack. b.) mr. adams knows that the lottery tradition is wrong as it puts him and his family in danger. while he talks of a desire to end the lottery, he is too weak to stand for his beliefs. he becomes frustrated, attacking the victim as he transfers his individual identify to that of the group’s. c.) knowing that the odds are in his favor, mr. adams draws his lottery slip first. he casually scoffs at a reference to a village where there has been talk about doing away with the lottery. indicating his desire to continue the tradition, adams vigorously engages in the attack on this year’s victim. d.) mr. adams is well aware of having the least risk as he takes part in the lottery. he mentions that some towns have eliminated participation in a lottery. relieved that no member of his family has been chosen; however, his true nature is exposed by his enthusiastic attack on the targeted victim

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